1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx

To start off, 1980 Mercury Lynx is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Dodge Coronet 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 1968 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Dodge Coronet 1980 Mercury Lynx
Make Dodge Mercury
Model Coronet Lynx
Year Released 1968 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5210 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.3 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2400 mm


 

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