1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Toledo 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 41 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 192 kg more than 1995 Seat Toledo. 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Mystique | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Mystique | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
