1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire 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 32 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 245 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Lynx | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Mercury | Triumph |
Model | Lynx | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |