1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 427 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury LN7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury LN7 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | LN7 | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |