1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Because 2011 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. 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 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mercury | Infiniti |
| Model | Capri | M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2901 mm |
