1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 14 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Lynx | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
