1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 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, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Tracer | 18 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |