1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 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 2000 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 225 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 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Lynx | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
