1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 16 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 122 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Tracer | Versa |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |