1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 18 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 525 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 2001 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Lynx | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |
