1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 15 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 389 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.
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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Lynx | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
