2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 17 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 514 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 2007 Cadillac XLR 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 2007 Cadillac XLR. 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1990 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | XLR | Tracer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |