1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Bigua 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 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Bigua | Capri |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
