1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 162 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota 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 1999 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dakota | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2710 mm |
