1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 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 96 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 408 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Mystique | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mystique | 11 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
