1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1275 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 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |
