1981 Mercury Lynx vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1981 Mercury Lynx is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Lynx (70 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo 120 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1967 Volvo 120 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 1967 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1967 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercury Lynx | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Lynx | 120 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
