1997 Mercury Mystique vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 117 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury Mystique | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Mystique | Impreza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |