1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 383 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Because 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mystique | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |