1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi SST weights approximately 170 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tracer | SST |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
