2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique

To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 281 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.

Because 2006 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Viper 1994 Mercury Mystique
Make Dodge Mercury
Model Viper Mystique
Year Released 2006 1994
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8274 cc 1989 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 510 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 725 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1523 kg 1242 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2710 mm


 

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