1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1980 Mercury Lynx is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 635 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 1976 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Camaro | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
