2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 715 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ranger | Tracer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |