1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
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 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Lynx | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Lynx | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2735 mm |
