1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 171 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Tracer | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Avensis |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |