2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | CX-9 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3727 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
