1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1996 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1996 Steyr G-series is newer by 3 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Steyr G-series (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Steyr G-series weights approximately 848 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 1996 Steyr G-series 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, 1996 Steyr G-series 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, 1996 Steyr G-series (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 1996 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Mercury | Steyr |
| Model | Mystique | G-series |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
