2006 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 640 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 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
