2002 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Tracer |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |