1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 318 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mystique | Vectra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |