1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is newer by 4 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 360 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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Xedos 9 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
