1991 Mercury Capri vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 10 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 95 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 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 2001 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Capri | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Capri | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
