1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 3 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 170 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 1993 Plymouth Prowler 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 1993 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Capri | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
