1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1329 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tracer | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3665 mm |
