1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Morgan 4 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 2000 Morgan 4. 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Morgan |
Model | Capri | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |