2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | FR-V | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
