1986 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Capri |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
