1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1454 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 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Capri | F-150 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3683 mm |