1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 332 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1969 TVR Tuscan 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 1969 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1969 TVR Tuscan (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Mystique | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
