1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercury Lynx | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Lynx | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |