1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 15 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 223 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Tracer | Getz |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
