2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1075 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 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
| Model | Discovery | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
