1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 Mercury Capri is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 990 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Centurion 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 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Centurion | Capri |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |