1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 177 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio. 1997 Mercury Mystique has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury Mystique will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Scorpio | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
