1991 Mercury Capri vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Mercury Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 935 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Capri | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Capri | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
