1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 380 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Capri | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
