1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 21 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 430 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Lynx | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
