1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, both 1994 Mazda 323 and 1994 Mercury Mystique were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 257 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mazda 323 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Mazda 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Mercury Mystique (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 323 | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 323 | Mystique |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |