1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 15 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 118 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (50 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Skoda Roomster. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Mystique | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
