1986 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 578 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | SL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
