1973 Honda 145 vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Honda 145.
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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | 145 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
