1985 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
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, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
