1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 2 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. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Taft | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2400 mm |
