1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Mercury Tracer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 13 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
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 Opel Astra (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Tracer | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
