2004 Honda Mobilio vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2004 Honda Mobilio 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, 2004 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Mobilio | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Mobilio | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
