1995 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 93 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Accord | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
