1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Lumina | Tracer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |