1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 34 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri.
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 Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Yaris |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |