1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Punto | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
