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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 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 1574 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 (488 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 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 | 5998 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 154 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |