1985 Mercury Lynx vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 25 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 320 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (276 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercury Lynx | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Mercury | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lynx | 147 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
