1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda MX-6 | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MX-6 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |