1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1982 Mercury Lynx is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Lynx | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Lynx | 930 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
