1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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. Both 1993 Mercury Capri and 2004 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 162 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
