1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 287 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Mystique | 400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
