1967 Mercury Park Lane vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1979 Seat 131 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Park Lane | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Park Lane | 131 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
