1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC.
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 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Tracer | SC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
