1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 560 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.
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, 2008 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Tracer | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
