1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 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 55 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Lynx | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
