1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 60 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |