1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 915 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 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Lynx | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Lynx | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2748 mm |