1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 470 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 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Lynx | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Lynx | Cresta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |