2000 Lada Samara II vs. 1994 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 123 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. 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, 1994 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara II | 1994 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Samara II | Tracer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |