2006 Audi A3 vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 926 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
