1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 108 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Celica 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 1975 Toyota Celica. 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, 1975 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Celica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |