1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 929 | Lynx |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |