1981 Mercury Lynx vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
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, 1981 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Lynx | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Lynx | Arosa |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |