2002 Lada 110 vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Lada 110. 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | 110 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
