1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 382 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
