2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 181 kg more than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Accent | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
