1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique 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 54 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 37 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.

Because 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mercury Mystique 1994 Subaru Legacy
Make Mercury Subaru
Model Mystique Legacy
Year Released 1993 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2543 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 168 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm


 

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