1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 51 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Yaris |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |