1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 559 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
