1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1151 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 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Capri | Express |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3429 mm |