1980 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1981 Mercury Lynx is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
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, 1981 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1981 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
