1968 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1986 Mercury Lynx is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Lynx |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |