1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 460 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 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Lynx | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Lynx | Impreza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |