1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1220 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Lynx | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2855 mm |
