1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 20 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Because 2012 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Capri | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3967 mm |
