2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1112 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Terracan | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Terracan | Tracer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |