1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 1996 Volvo V70 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V70 weights approximately 309 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, 1996 Volvo V70 (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Tracer | V70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
