1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1980 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 34 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 305. 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1980 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Lynx | 305 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
