1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 70 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 217 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. 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 (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 1970 Opel Record | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mystique | Record |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |