1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1006 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 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2888 mm |
