1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 40 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 192 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mystique | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
