1991 Honda Concerto vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 207 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Concerto | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
