1996 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Mazda Familia.
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. 1996 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1998 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Familia | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 109 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
