1995 Mercury Mystique vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 677 kg more than 1965 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 NSU Prinz 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 1965 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Mystique | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Mercury | NSU |
Model | Mystique | Prinz |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |