1986 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, both 1986 Daihatsu Rocky and 1986 Mercury Lynx were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 535 kg more than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Rocky | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
