1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 879 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa.
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 Mercury Tracer (170 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Tracer | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
