1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 430 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, 2011 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
