1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1991 Mercury Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 920 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Roadmaster | Capri |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |