1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury LN7 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
Because 2006 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mercury LN7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury LN7 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Mercury | Morgan |
Model | LN7 | 44 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |