1996 Ford Ka vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury LN7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury LN7 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury LN7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury LN7 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury LN7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury LN7 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Mercury LN7 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury LN7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ka | LN7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
