1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 550 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.
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, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Lynx | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Lynx | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
