1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (149 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Tracker | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2920 mm |