1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1345 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 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Lynx | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3010 mm |
