1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 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) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
| Model | Capri | 312 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
