2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 22 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 953 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 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Commander | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2400 mm |
