1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 929 | Lynx |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |