1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 533 kg more 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, 1992 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Capri | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Capri | Corsa |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |