1981 Mercury Lynx vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1981 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercury Lynx | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Lynx | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
