1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 81 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. 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, 1997 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MX-3 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |