1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 15 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 441 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.
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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Mystique | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Mercury | Buick |
Model | Mystique | Regal |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2738 mm |