2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 260 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.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sorento | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
