1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 77 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Tracer | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |