1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
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, 1982 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
