1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Celica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |