2004 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 14 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 996 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 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | MDX | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
