1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 25 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 620 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Lynx | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
