1985 Mercury Lynx vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1985 Mercury Lynx is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1977 Peugeot 504 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 1977 Peugeot 504. 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 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercury Lynx | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Lynx | 504 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
