1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 560 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Lynx | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Lynx | Hilux |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3090 mm |