1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1719 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Tracer | Suburban |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |