1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 36 kg more than 1959 DKW F 93. 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW F 93 | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | F 93 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
