1998 Mercury Mystique vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Porsche 912 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1998 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Mystique | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Mystique | 912 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |