1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Capri | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
