1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila 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, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 50 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, 2012 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Agila |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
