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 126 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 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 610 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 2007 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1140 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 |