1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar. 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
