1981 Mercury Lynx vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 620 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Lynx | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Lynx | ATS |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2776 mm |