2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Terios | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
