1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 28 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1022 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Lynx | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Lynx | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
