1978 Ford Cortina vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1978 Ford Cortina 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 1978 Ford Cortina. 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, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Cortina | Lynx |
Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |