1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 137 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 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Mystique | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |