1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 14 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 70 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, 1985 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Lantra | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
