2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 20 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, 2005 Honda Mobilio (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Mobilio | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Mobilio | Lynx |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |