1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Lynx 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 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
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 Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Lynx | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Lynx | Alto |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
