1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 18 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 837 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.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
| Model | Tracer | 300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3048 mm |
