2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1981 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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, 1981 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1981 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Copen | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 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 | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 850 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
