1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona 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 49 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 228 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercury Mystique | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mystique | Ascona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |