1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 9 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 470 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercury Lynx | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Lynx | Safrane |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |