1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Tracer | Sentra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |