1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Mystique | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 351 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |