1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Typhoon | Capri |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
