1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda 929 | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 929 | Lynx |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |