1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 282 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 Ford RS 200 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 Ford RS 200. 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 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | RS 200 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
