1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 454 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Montclair | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Montclair | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6722 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |
