1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 1991 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Model F weights approximately 58 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Because 1991 Toyota Model F 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 1991 Toyota Model F. 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Mystique | 1991 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mystique | Model F |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
