1999 Acura Integra vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 4 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, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura Integra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | Integra | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
