1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 794 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Lynx | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
