1969 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 237 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Capri | Mystique |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |