2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1980 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 28 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 367 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 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1980 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | HR-V | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
