1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Lynx | 993 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2280 mm |
