1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 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 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Lynx | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lynx | Colt |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2835 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2970 mm |