1991 Audi 200 vs. 1981 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1991 Audi 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 200 (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 200 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1981 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 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, 1991 Audi 200 (315 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 200 | 1981 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
