1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1982 Mercury Lynx is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 318 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1982 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Lynx | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Lynx | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
