1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 182 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Opel Senator 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 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Mystique | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mystique | Senator |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |