1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 986 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover | Tracer |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |