1995 Mercury Mystique vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Mystique 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 11 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 78 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Mystique | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mystique | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
