1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 596 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lynx | Touran |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
