1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Eagle | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
