1985 Mercury Lynx vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercury Lynx | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lynx | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
