1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 265 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mondeo | Capri |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
