1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 6 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1986 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Applause | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
