1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 15 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 810 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Lynx | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Lynx | MM |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1530 mm |
