1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 19 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 46 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 51 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Tracer | Getz |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |