1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 287 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
Model | Pantera | Mystique |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |