1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 20 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. Both 1982 Mercury LN7 and 2002 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 242 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury LN7 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | LN7 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
