1972 Mercury Montego vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1980 Mercury Lynx is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1035 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 1972 Mercury Montego 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 Mercury Montego. 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Montego | Lynx |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2400 mm |