1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 18 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri.
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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mercury | Scion |
| Model | Capri | tC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
