1991 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 14 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Seat Ibiza. 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Tracer | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
