2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1529 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Express | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2510 mm |
