1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 10 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 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 31 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Lynx | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
