1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 3 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lynx | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
