1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 88 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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Mystique | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
