1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1982 Mercury Lynx is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 200 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 1978 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 929 | Lynx |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |