1994 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 8 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, 1986 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 357 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
