1999 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Lynx |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 121 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |