2000 Audi S3 vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 20 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S3 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
