1981 Mercury Lynx vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 31 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Audi TT (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Lynx | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Lynx | TT |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2469 mm |