2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 70 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Terios II | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
