1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |