1994 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1982 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, 1994 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
