2003 Lada 111 vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2003 Lada 111 is newer by 23 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, 2003 Lada 111 (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 111 weights approximately 95 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, 1980 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 111 | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | 111 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
