1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2000 Opel Agila 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila. 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 (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Agila |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
