1986 Mercury Lynx vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 548 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Lynx | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lynx | Touran |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
