1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 17 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 334 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, both vehicles can yield 154 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Tracer | Stream |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
