2007 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 176 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Mystique |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |