1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 455 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.
Because 1996 Dodge Viper 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 1996 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Viper | Tracer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |