1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris 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 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 34 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 185 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 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Auris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
