1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | GT | Lynx |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |