1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 29 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Lynx | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lynx | Gol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
