1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 12 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 460 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 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 1992 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Aerostar | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Aerostar | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
