1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 245 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda 626 | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 626 | Lynx |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |