1981 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1985 Mercury Lynx is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
