1984 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 Mercury Capri is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 604 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 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Electra | Capri |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |