1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride 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 95 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 350 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Capri | Floride |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |