1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 2003 Rover 45
To start off, 2003 Rover 45 is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 45 weights approximately 160 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, 2003 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 2003 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Lynx | 45 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
