1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 21 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 55 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Lynx | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
