1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 7 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 424 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | Verada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
