1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 16 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. Both 1983 Mercury Lynx and 1999 Vauxhall Zafira are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 436 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.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lynx | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
