1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 71 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Capri | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Capri | Polo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |