1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Lynx would be higher. Both 1980 Mercury Lynx and 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lynx | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
