2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1768 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Discovery | Lynx |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2718 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |