1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 20 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 3 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Lynx | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Lynx | 307 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
