1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 285 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.
Because 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lynx | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
