2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 585 kg more than 1986 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Holden Commodore 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 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Commodore | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
