2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1383 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6172 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
