2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 651 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dakota | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
