1995 Mercury Mystique vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 18 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 8 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 107 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercury Mystique | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Mystique | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2467 mm |
