1981 Mercury Lynx vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 979 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 Dodge CHARGER is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Dodge CHARGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercury Lynx | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Lynx | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3052 mm |
