1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4.
Because 1993 Morgan 4 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 1993 Morgan 4. 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Morgan |
| Model | Lynx | 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
