1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2005 MG ZT is newer by 12 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 10 more horse power than 2005 MG ZT. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 172 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2005 MG ZT | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Mystique | ZT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
