1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 410 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Capri | 5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |