1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 396 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | 990 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
