1958 Alvis TD vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1980 Mercury Lynx is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 475 kg more than 1980 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Alvis TD 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 1958 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercury |
| Model | TD | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
