1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Lynx (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 226 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1959 Ford Zephyr 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 1959 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Zephyr | Lynx |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |