2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1372 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 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Tracer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |