1991 Mercury Capri vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 275 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 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercury Capri | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Capri | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |