1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace

To start off, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 620 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mercury Tracer 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
Make Mercury Toyota
Model Tracer Hi-Ace
Year Released 1993 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1859 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1095 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1960 mm


 

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