1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 685 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 2004 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
