2000 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Lynx |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |