1995 Mercury Mystique vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny 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 55 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 427 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Mystique | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mystique | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
