2002 Honda Life vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Life | Lynx |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |