2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mystique is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 547 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Mystique | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mystique | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
