1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro 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 34 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 357 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 1990 Rover Metro | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Mystique | Metro |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |