1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 16 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 739 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Lynx | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
