1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 16 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 560 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, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Lynx | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercury | Xedos |
| Model | Lynx | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
