1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 237 kg more than 1993 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Kappa | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
