2009 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 511 kg more than 1982 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Accord | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
