1998 Mercury Mystique vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Mystique 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 21 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1163 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Mystique | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Mystique | Livina |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |