1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mystique is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 547 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1989 Mazda RX-7 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 1989 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (224 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | RX-7 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
