1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 568 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6. 1997 Mercury Mystique has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 6 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury Mystique will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Mystique | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mystique | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
