1993 Mercury Capri vs. 1998 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1998 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 259 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 1998 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
