2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1981 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1981 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
