2005 Honda Insight vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight 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 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. 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, 1994 Mercury Mystique (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Insight | Mystique |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |