1995 Mercury Mystique vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 17 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercury Mystique | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mystique | Insignia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |