1987 Mercury Lynx vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1627 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 2013 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Lynx | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Lynx | Expedition |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3023 mm |