1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 508 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercury Mystique | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Mystique | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |