1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 21 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), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1326 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Mercury Tracer 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Mercury Toyota
Model Tracer Tundra
Year Released 1992 2013
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 376 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1104 kg 2430 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 6290 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 4180 mm


 

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