1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 31 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1115 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury Lynx | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Lynx | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |