1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 2007 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury Lynx | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Lynx | Tundra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |