1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 747 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Tracer | Murano |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2824 mm |
