1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C 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 105 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 702 kg more than 1961 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Steyr 700C 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 1961 Steyr 700C. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Mercury | Steyr |
Model | Mystique | 700C |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1950 mm |