1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 22 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), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 895 kg more than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Lynx | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Lynx | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| 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 | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
