1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 785 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 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Lynx | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Lynx | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
