1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 440 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.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
