1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 341 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 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Mystique |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |