1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1566 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX 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 SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Lynx | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Lynx | SRX |
Year Released | 1983 | 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 | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 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 | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2807 mm |