1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 604 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Peugeot 604 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Lynx | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Lynx | 604 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |