1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Capri | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
