1983 Dodge 600 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge 600 weights approximately 55 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge 600 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1110 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 |
