2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 18 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 140 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Prizm | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
