1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 7 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle.
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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Mystique | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
