1995 Mercury Mystique vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Mystique | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mystique | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
