1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 519 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Tracer | V70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
