1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1989 Ford Telstar is newer by 6 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. Both 1983 Mercury Lynx and 1989 Ford Telstar are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar.
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, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Lynx | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Lynx | Telstar |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |