1989 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort 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 56 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Capri |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
