2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 565 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJ | Tracer |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |