1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 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 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 160 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Tracer | Octavia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |