2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 825 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | SL | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
