1981 Mercury Lynx vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 22 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 980 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.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercury Lynx | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lynx | Montero |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
