1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo S80 (268 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer. 2001 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Tracer | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
