2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 Shelby GT 500. 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Tracer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |