1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 43 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Because 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Mystique | Firebird |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |