2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Santa Fe | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
