1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 840 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
