1997 Mercury Tracer vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
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 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Tracer | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Tracer | Astra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |