2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1995 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Naked | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
