1999 Mercury Mystique vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mystique is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Kadett.
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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mystique | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mystique | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
