1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 20 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 639 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 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mercury | Infiniti |
Model | Capri | M |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |