1974 Honda 1300 vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mystique is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 882 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (224 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | 1300 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
