1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1984 Lotus Etna 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 Lotus Etna. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Etna | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
