1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Seat Marbella is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Tracer | Marbella |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |