1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 6 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 193 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | HR-V | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
