1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine 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 96 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 610 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Renault Dauphine 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 1957 Renault Dauphine. 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) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Mystique | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |