1974 Lamborghini Bravo vs. 1998 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 157 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Bravo 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 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | 1998 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Bravo | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
