1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Coupe | Lynx |
Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |