2003 Mahindra CL vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 13 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), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 207 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL 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, 2003 Mahindra CL 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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mahindra CL | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
| Model | CL | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
