2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Viper 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 2003 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Viper | Mystique |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |