1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, both 1987 Ford Sierra and 1987 Mercury Lynx were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Lynx |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |