1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 13 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 88 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mystique | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
