2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 650 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
