1995 Honda Today vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 12 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Today | Lynx |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |