1958 AC Ace vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 352 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
