1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 335 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Tracer | Outback |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
