1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Lynx | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
