1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 13 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 388 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Tracer | Primera |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |