1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1986 Mercury Lynx is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 571 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.
Because 1984 Buick LeSabre 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 1984 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | LeSabre | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
