2002 Lexus GX vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2002 Lexus GX is newer by 12 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus GX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus GX weights approximately 642 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 2002 Lexus GX 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, 2002 Lexus GX 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, 2002 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus GX | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | GX | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
