1984 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (101 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 1984 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Civic | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |
