1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 505 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.
Because 1999 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Falcon | Lynx |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |