1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
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, 1980 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Shuttle | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Shuttle | Lynx |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |