2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 930 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Odyssey | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
