1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 17 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 1,968 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 218 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1404 mm |
