1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 46 kg more than 1992 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 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (128 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Tracer | Astra |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |