1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Tracer | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| 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 | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
