1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 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, 1996 Renault Megane (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Tracer | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Tracer | Megane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
