1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer. 1994 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1998 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | APV | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
