1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 20 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) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Mystique | A3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
