1998 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Tracer |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |