1991 Mercury Capri vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 792 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri.
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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Capri | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
