1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury Mystique 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 56 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury Mystique | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Mystique | Indica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
