1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 1 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 38 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | 990 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1859 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2400 mm |
