1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 15 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2400 mm |
