1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lynx | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
