1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Capri | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Venza |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |