1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 790 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mystique | Quest |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
