2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 18 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
