1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette 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 43 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 188 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Because 1992 Nissan Vanette 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 1992 Nissan Vanette. 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, 1994 Mercury Mystique (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mystique | Vanette |
Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2080 mm |