2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Tracer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 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 | 326 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |