1956 Chrysler C vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 638 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Chrysler C 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 1956 Chrysler C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | C | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
