2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 26 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 396 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.
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 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Premacy | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
