1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Tracer | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
