1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 4 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 87 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mystique | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
