1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 5 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 322 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Morgan |
| Model | Mystique | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
