2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1994 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 1994 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1994 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Familia | Tracer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |