1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1991 Nissan Terrano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 645 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.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
