1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 154 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Lynx | Minor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2190 mm |
