1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 7 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 281 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.
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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Lynx | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Lynx | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |