1980 Mercury Lynx vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 692 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 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Lynx | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Lynx | Outback |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |