1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2002 Ford Lynx is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 924 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
