1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 224 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.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Lynx | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Lynx | Civic |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |