1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 850 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
