2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 21 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Rainier | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1859 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |
