2005 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 239 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Mystique |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 181 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |