1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 996 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
Model | Tracer | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3078 mm |