1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 Mercury Lynx. 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, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Step Wagon | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Step Wagon | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
