1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 25 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Lynx | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Lynx | A8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2992 mm |
