1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 567 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 1968 Plymouth VIP. 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
Model | Capri | VIP |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |