1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1986 Mercury Lynx is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Isuzu Minx | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Minx | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
