1997 Mercury Tracer vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Tracer | 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tracer | Magna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
