1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano 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 92 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 500 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Tracer | Nano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
