2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 629 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 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dakota | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
