1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 14 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2008 Tesla Roadster 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 2008 Tesla Roadster. 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Mercury | Tesla |
| Model | Mystique | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2352 mm |
