2004 Honda Fit vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 21 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 (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
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, 2004 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Fit | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
