1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 17 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 32 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 261 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Mystique | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |