1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 14 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 186 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mystique | Primera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 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 | 1313 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
