1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (59 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa.
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, 1996 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Lynx | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
