1998 Mercury Mystique vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
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 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma. 1979 Lancia Gamma has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercury Mystique has manual transmission. 1998 Mercury Mystique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lancia Gamma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Mystique | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Mercury | Lancia |
| Model | Mystique | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
