1991 Mercury Capri vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 16 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 604 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Capri | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |