1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 460 kg more than 1963 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 NSU Prinz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Lynx | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Mercury | NSU |
Model | Lynx | Prinz |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2010 mm |