1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 347 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | 1300 | Mystique |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1989 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |