1985 Mercury Lynx vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 9 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 175 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.
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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercury Lynx | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Lynx | 306 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
