1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1982 Mercury LN7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury LN7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury LN7 (70 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury LN7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury LN7 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury LN7 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury LN7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury LN7 | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
| Model | LN7 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
