1989 Mazda 626 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 626 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mazda 626 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 626 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |