1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 29 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 392 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 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Lynx | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Lynx | Juke |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
