1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 2 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 265 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.
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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Mercury | Austin |
| Model | Lynx | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
