2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 695 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 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Santa Fe | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
