1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 6 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 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 315 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Bora |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 2323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |