1995 Mercury Mystique vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 371 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Mystique | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mystique | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
