2002 Mazda 2 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 2 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
