1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 922 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Quest |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
