2005 Lada Niva vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Niva | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
