1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 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 60 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 117 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Mystique | Laguna |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |