1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 162 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Sprint | Capri |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
