1985 Mercury Lynx vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 22 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 2,698 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 872 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercury Lynx | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Lynx | Rexton |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |