1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate 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 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (163 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Graduate | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
