2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mystique is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F 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 53 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Model F weights approximately 58 kg more than 2000 Mercury Mystique.
Because 1982 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F. 1982 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Mystique has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Mystique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Mystique | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mystique | Model F |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
