1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 317 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Morris Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Mystique | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Mystique | Marina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
