1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 94 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Tracer | Vitara |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |