2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 530 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Colorado | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
