1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 18 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1776 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Capri | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |