1973 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
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 (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Civic | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1050 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 |
