1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero is newer by 32 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, 2012 Renault Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Sandero weights approximately 161 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, 1980 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Lynx | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Lynx | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
