1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 24 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Lynx | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Lynx | Croma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
