2004 Honda Element vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 10 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique. 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Element | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
