2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 808 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DTS | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
