1946 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 506 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Jeep Station Wagon | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Station Wagon | Lynx |
Year Released | 1946 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |