1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 22 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 850 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 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Lynx | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Lynx | Rexton |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |