1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 263 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Terios | Mystique |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |