1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1964 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Cedric 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 69 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 157 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Nissan Cedric is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Cedric will offer significantly more control. 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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 1964 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mystique | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
