2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mystique is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 382 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Mystique | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Mystique | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
