1991 Mercury Capri vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 445 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 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Capri | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
