1993 Mercury Capri vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1993 Mercury Capri is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Capri | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Riley |
Model | Capri | 4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |