1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 617 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 2003 SsangYong Musso 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Mystique | Musso |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
