1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 3 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Dardo | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
