1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 340 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.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Capri | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |