2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 14 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 4 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | YRV | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
