1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury LN7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury LN7 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 152 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.
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, 1983 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury LN7 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | LN7 | Camry |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |