1972 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic 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 6 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 279 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Civic | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
