1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Capri | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Capri | 3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2639 mm |