1992 Mercury Tracer vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Almera is newer by 15 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Almera weights approximately 341 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, 2007 Nissan Almera (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Tracer | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Tracer | Almera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
