2000 Mahindra Bolero vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 10 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2000 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Bolero 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, 2000 Mahindra Bolero (166 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mahindra Bolero | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
| Model | Bolero | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1100 kg |
