1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 78 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Because 1984 Opel Senator 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 1984 Opel Senator. 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, 1984 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 1984 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mystique | Senator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
