2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz is newer by 13 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
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 (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Getz | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Getz | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
