1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 14 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Because 2001 Toyota Supra 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 2001 Toyota Supra. 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) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Lynx | Supra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
