1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (72 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
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, 1980 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
