1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 82 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Tracer | Versa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |