1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 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 30 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1500. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Zastava 1500 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 1976 Zastava 1500. 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 (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Mercury | Zastava |
| Model | Capri | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
