1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1994 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 11 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, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 110 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 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Lynx | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
