1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 890 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercury Capri | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Capri | Panamera |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |