1975 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique

To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 257 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Capri 1997 Mercury Mystique
Make Ford Mercury
Model Capri Mystique
Year Released 1975 1997
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1989 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 1242 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2710 mm


 

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