1996 Honda Today vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 16 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, 1980 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1980 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Today | Lynx |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |