2003 Ford Laser vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 198 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser. 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Laser | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Laser | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
