1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi 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 60 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 262 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Maxi | Mystique |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |