1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 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 33 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 72 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mystique | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |