1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 28 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 414 kg more than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Lynx | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
