2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 732 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Mountaineer | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
