1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1986 Mercury Lynx is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 645 kg more than 1986 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Seville | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
