1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1981 Subaru DL
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru DL 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 62 more horse power than 1981 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 422 kg more than 1981 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru DL. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 1981 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Mystique | DL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
