2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury LN7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury LN7 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 332 kg more than 1982 Mercury LN7. 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Premacy | LN7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
