1985 Mercury Lynx vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 27 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 170 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercury Lynx | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Lynx | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2466 mm |