2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 475 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
