1990 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
