1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 20 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 762 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 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Tracer | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2423 mm |
