1994 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 17 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, 1994 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. 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 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Mercury | Daihatsu |
Model | Tracer | Copen |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |