1992 Mercury Capri vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1992 Mercury Capri is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota 2000GT 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 1972 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
