1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 8 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 954 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.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Capri | Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
