1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1982 Mercury Lynx is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mercury Comet 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Comet | Lynx |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |