2004 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 19 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada Niva 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, 1985 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Niva | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
