2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 22 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 127 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Lanos | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
