1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Lynx | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2737 mm |
