1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2010 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2010 Lancia Delta is newer by 27 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Delta weights approximately 476 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.
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, 2010 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Lynx | 2010 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Mercury | Lancia |
Model | Lynx | Delta |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |