1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 16 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 416 kg more than 1992 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tracer | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
