1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 122 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
