1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 1967 MG 1100
To start off, 1980 Mercury Lynx is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 MG 1100. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1967 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 110 kg more than 1967 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG 1100. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 1967 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Lynx | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
