1982 Mercury LN7 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo 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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury LN7 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | LN7 | Combo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |