1952 Allard Safari vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1991 Mercury Capri is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 396 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Because 1952 Allard Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Allard | Mercury |
Model | Safari | Capri |
Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |