1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Tracer | F-350 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3970 mm |