1972 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 432 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Civic | Capri |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
