1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 12 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Taunus | Lynx |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |