1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1982 Mercury LN7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 322 kg more than 1982 Mercury LN7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury LN7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury LN7 | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN7 | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |
