1981 Mercury Lynx vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Lynx | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lynx | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |