1991 Mercury Capri vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 14 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 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 770 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 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Capri | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
