1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 660 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Lynx | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2799 mm |
