1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 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 64 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 26 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Tracer | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
