1975 Austin Marina vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 433 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Austin Marina 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 1975 Austin Marina. 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Marina | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Marina | Mystique |
Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |