1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 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 Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Lumina | Tracer |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |