1973 Mazda 616 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 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 616 | Lynx |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |