1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Lynx | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
