1999 Mercury Mystique vs. 2013 Honda Insight

To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 527 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight.

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 (224 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercury Mystique 2013 Honda Insight
Make Mercury Honda
Model Mystique Insight
Year Released 1999 2013
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 97 HP
Torque 224 Nm 167 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1777 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4377 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2550 mm