1979 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 830 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
