1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 519 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracer | Eos |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |