1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 450 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 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
| Model | Capri | ATS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
