1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Lynx (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mercury Lynx (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Lynx | Herald |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2320 mm |
