1985 Lada 2104 vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 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 98 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 299 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada 2104 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 1985 Lada 2104. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | 2104 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
