1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, 1983 Saab 900 is newer by 3 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 900 weights approximately 230 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, 1983 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 1983 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Lynx | 900 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
