2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 819 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Durango | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
