2004 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 288 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Tracer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |