1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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. Both 1990 Mercury Capri and 1999 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Renault Clio. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 1999 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
