1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2011 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2011 Renault Sandero is newer by 24 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Sandero weights approximately 86 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 2011 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 2011 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Lynx | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
