1980 Kia Brisa vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 310 kg more than 1980 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Kia Brisa 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 1980 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Brisa | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
