1985 Buick Wildcat 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 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Wildcat | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
