1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 345 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Tracer | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracer | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
