1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, both 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda and 1985 Mercury Lynx were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1985 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | Lagonda | Lynx |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2400 mm |