1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 312 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
