1993 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 Infiniti Q45 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 672 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 1993 Infiniti Q45 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 Infiniti Q45. 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, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Infiniti Q45 | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | Q45 | Capri |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |