1952 Ford Vedette vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1982 Mercury Lynx is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1952 Ford Vedette 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 1952 Ford Vedette. 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Vedette | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
