1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
