1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 95 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mystique | Clio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
