1995 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 18 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 1997 Mercury Mystique has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury Mystique will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Mystique |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |