1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 810 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Capri | CLS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2875 mm |