1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 520 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Tracer | Previa |
Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |