1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 20 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 64 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
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, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lynx | Polo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
