1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 25 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury LN7 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | LN7 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |