1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 9 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Beretta | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
