1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 14 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury LN7 | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LN7 | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
