1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 555 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Capri | Orlando |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |