1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone 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 29 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Lynx | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
