1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 21 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 892 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.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Lynx | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
