2003 Honda Life vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 452 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Life | Mystique |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |