1985 Mercury Lynx vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 765 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 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercury Lynx | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lynx | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
