1973 Honda 145 vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1985 Mercury Lynx is newer by 12 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. 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, 1985 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | 145 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
