1999 Honda Z vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Z | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
