1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 492 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mystique | Sports |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
