1999 Mercury Mystique vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Mystique 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 131 kg more than 2012 Renault Sandero. 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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mystique | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mystique | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
