1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 30 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, 1982 Mercury LN7 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury LN7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury LN7 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. 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, 1982 Mercury LN7 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury LN7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury LN7 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | LN7 | Ka |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |