2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 25 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 80 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 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | B4000 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2400 mm |
