2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 53 kg more than 1986 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |
