1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1982 Mercury Lynx is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 15 kg more than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Lynx | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Mercury | Riley |
| Model | Lynx | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 25 L |
