1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 302 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.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Mystique | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Mystique | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |