1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1986 Mercury Lynx is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. 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, 1986 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | 1300 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1859 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2400 mm |
