1989 Mercury Cougar vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1989 Mercury Cougar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Cougar (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Because 1989 Mercury Cougar 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 1989 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1989 Mercury Cougar (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercury Cougar | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Cougar | Lynx |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |