1961 Ford Taunus vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 353 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Ford Taunus 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 1961 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Taunus | Mystique |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 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 | 960 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |