1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1498 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 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Tracer | F-150 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 6195 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3988 mm |