1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 313 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Camaro | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
