1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Lynx would be higher. Both 1983 Mercury Lynx and 1995 Peugeot 605 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Lynx | 605 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
