1985 Mercury Lynx vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 21 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 505 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercury Lynx | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Lynx | Quest |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3160 mm |
