1991 Mercury Capri vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Mercury Capri is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Capri | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Celica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |