1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tracer | SLK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2431 mm |
