1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Tracer | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
