2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 10 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 226 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.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda S2000 | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | S2000 | Tracer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |