1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (63 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mercury | Smart |
| Model | Lynx | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
