1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1955 Peugeot 403 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 1955 Peugeot 403. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Lynx | 403 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
