2009 Ford Flex vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 19 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Flex | Tracer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |