1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 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 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | 62 | Mystique |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |