1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1992 Mercury Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Capri weights approximately 264 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 1992 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Festiva | Capri |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
