1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 442 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.
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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Capri | 5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |