1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Duna | Tracer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |