1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger 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 102 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 592 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1973 Steyr Haflinger 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 (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Mercury | Steyr |
Model | Mystique | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |