1994 Mercury Mystique vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Mystique | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Mystique | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1216 kg |
