1991 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1986 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
