2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang 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 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mustang | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4006 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
