1992 Mazda 626 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer

To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 kg more 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (157 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Mazda 626 1991 Mercury Tracer
Make Mazda Mercury
Model 626 Tracer
Year Released 1992 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1840 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 127 HP
Torque 157 Nm 154 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2510 mm


 

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