1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 461 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Capri | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Capri | Accord |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2741 mm |