2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1069 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2400 mm |
