1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 483 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Mercury Lynx 2013 Volkswagen Golf
Make Mercury Volkswagen
Model Lynx Golf
Year Released 1986 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1859 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Vehicle Weight 1025 kg 1508 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4212 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2578 mm


 

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