1995 Mercury Tracer vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 283 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Tracer | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Tracer | 3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |