1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury LN7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 312 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury LN7 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN7 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
