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Mercury Lynx

General information

ModelMercury Lynx
Year1982
Rating66.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque121.00 Nm (12.3 kgf-m or 89.2 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 79.5 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0747 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight950 kg (2,094.4 pounds)
Overall length4170 mm (164.2 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Ground clearance100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheelbase2400 mm (94.5 inches)
Fuel capacity43.0 litres (11.36 gallons)
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