1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 16 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1014 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 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Navara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |