1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 26 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 911 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 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Lynx | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Lynx | Korando |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |