2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | B3000 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
