2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1991 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 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2510 mm |
