2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 700 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 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Durango | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
