2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1994 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Mystique. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 5 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
