1991 Mercury Capri vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Capri | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Capri | 900 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
