1966 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2002 Ford Lynx is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Lynx weights approximately 530 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Sport 800 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 1966 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford 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, 2002 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Toyota Sport 800 | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sport 800 | Lynx |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |