1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry 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 39 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Lynx | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
