1984 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mystique is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2000 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
