1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Lynx | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Lynx | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
